Men and women are different creatures and despite thousands of years living alongside each other, still, struggle to understand one another. This is even truer when it comes to romance, and at times both can appear clueless about the opposite sex.
Women have been making the same mistakes with guys for years and despite watching everyone else – from our sisters to mothers, friends, and colleagues – we unwittingly repeat them time and time again.
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So what home truths should females be facing up to?
1. Give Them Space
Seriously, this is one all women seem to struggle with. If a guy tells you he needs space, you should give it to him. Women have a knee-jerk reaction to become clingier when they think something is going wrong and can end up smothering a guy and eventually pushing him away. If they ask for space, respect them and do as they ask.
2. You Can’t Change Someone
Don’t try to change someone, or go into a relationship thinking “if they love me, they’ll change.” It’s not possible, and it’s not fair. Either accept that person as they are, or don’t bother, imagine how upset you would be if they tried to do the same to you.
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3. If They’re Going to Cheat They Will
You can try to lock them up, threaten them or be with them 24/7, but cheating is a state of mind, if they want to do it, they’re going to do it, and you can’t be there all the time to try and stop it. Rather than trying to stop the inevitable from happening, maybe it’s better to consider if they are the right person for you anyway.
4. Assuming You’re “Together”
In your head you have been together months, according to him, you’re just a friend he hooks up with. Don’t assume because you think it’s serious he does too. No-one enjoys those conversations, but if you want to know where you stand you need to have them before getting hurt.
5. Waiting For Him to Make The Move
This is 2017 and women can make the first step. Guys are just as nervous and intimidated about dating as women are, so if you’re waiting on him to do all the work then consider meeting him at least halfway. Claiming if they like you enough they would have done “something” doesn’t make sense, when you didn’t do anything either.
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6. You Don’t Know How Much Your Worth
Women who chase guys that are unavailable, treat them badly or just not interested will complain about having no luck with men and then date the same kind of guy over again. Fears someone won’t love you or you won’t be “enough” for them can lead for women going for guys that they’re too good for. This doesn’t guarantee love and in most cases it’s the opposite. Men won’t respect women, who don’t respect themselves and will put up with being treated badly a lesson they never learn.
7. Causing Drama
Men are simple creatures and are usually looking for an easy life. While they will put up with female drama for a while, they can’t hack it long term and eventually will realize your relationship isn’t worth it. Most women will admit they’re prone to acting erratically, but most don’t really try and do anything about it and see it as part of their personality. Try to minimize the emotional outbursts, it’s not healthy for you or your relationship.
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